Beloved wife of the late "Sam." Devoted mother of Chad, Kim, Chris, Randy, Trudy Carrara, Sally Hammer and Penny Mania and predeceased by her son, Bob. Loving grandmother of 16 and a granddaughter who predeceased her, and dear great-grandmother of 7. She is also survived by a brother, Charles Jackson, of Tom's River.

In addition to raising her large family, she opened her heart and home to many foster and disabled children. She had courage and strength that many admired, as well as an artistic and creative side.